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Pictorial - Silverado Canyon (Images of America: California)

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Book Synopsis: Hidden in the Santa Ana Mountains below Santiago Peak is a canyon called Silverado. The Spaniards called it Canon de la Madera because of the abundance of timber. The first non-native homesteaders arrived in 1876 to tend bees and grow fruit trees. With the discovery in 1877 of quartz deposits embedded with silver, the canyon became a hotbed of activity, with possibilities of newfound fortune for the hundreds of men who arrived there. Renamed Silverado City, the heart of the canyon turned into a bustling mining town. After the silver bust, peace and quiet returned and Silverado was promoted as a health resort, a place to "take the waters" that flowed from the natural sulfur springs. Attracted by the beauty of the canyon, city dwellers began visiting. Abandoned cabins were turned into small bungalows and used as vacation homes and eventually year-round residences. Through boom and bust, fire and flood, the canyon remains a unique and enchanting part of Orange County.

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Discover the captivating history of Silverado Canyon with the Silverado Canyon (Images of America: California) book. Embark on a journey through time as you explore the hidden gem nestled in the Santa Ana Mountains below Santiago Peak. With its abundance of timber, the canyon was once known as Canon de la Madera to the Spaniards. Experience the excitement that engulfed the canyon when silver was discovered in 1877, attracting hundreds of men in pursuit of newfound fortune. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of this bustling mining town, temporarily renamed Silverado City.

But Silverado's story doesn't end there. After the silver bust, tranquility returned, and the canyon transformed into a sought-after health resort. The natural sulfur springs offered healing waters, making it a popular destination for those seeking rejuvenation. The canyon's beauty attracted urban dwellers, who transformed abandoned cabins into charming bungalows, creating vacation homes and eventually year-round residences.

Experience the resilience of Silverado Canyon as it has weathered the tests of time, from booms and busts to fires and floods. Orange County's hidden treasure awaits, inviting you to uncover its enchanting allure. Get your copy of Silverado Canyon (Images of America: California) book now and embark on a captivating journey through the history of this unique corner of Southern California.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the captivating history of Silverado Canyon. Grab your copy of the Silverado Canyon (Images of America: California) book today and immerse yourself in the captivating stories that have shaped this enchanting corner of Orange County. Explore Silverado Canyon now!

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